Bags: The History of Accessories Publisher / Biennale of Sydney when opened and folded back

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Bags: The History of Accessories Publisher / Biennale of Sydney when opened and folded backAn impeccably researched and beautifully produced concise history of bags through the ages, with examples drawn from the Victoria and Albert Museum's remarkable collection. From the hand stitched embroidered purses of the 16th century, to the 'make do and mend' bags of the war years and the rise of the 'It' bag in the 2000s, bags reflect the needs and desires of their users, as well as the changing attitudes to fashion. Focusing on the V&A's world